Interference by "external forces" upset arrangements, said Mr Chen Shih-chung.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Beijing May Have Scuppered Taiwan’s Vaccine Roll-Out, Hints Health Minister
Chen Shih-chung said Taipei was on the verge of signing a deal with German vaccine developer BioNTech when the company pulled the plug at the last minute in December. ( read original story ...)
S’porean couple who allegedly dumped newborn baby’s body in Taipei wanted by Taiwanese police for homicide
The baby's body is said to have been dumped in a food waste bin of a Ximending restaurant.. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Indigenous artists shine as Taiwan’s mainstream embraces its island identity
Younger generations increasingly do not identify with China but espouse their homeland’s attributes as an expression of being distinctly Taiwanese. ( read original story ...)
Taiwan says ‘political pressure’ blocking coronavirus vaccine deal – Jaweb
An attempt by Taiwan to secure five million doses of coronavirus vaccine failed at the last minute because of “political pressure”, Taipei’s health minister said Wednesday, raising fears China could ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan Says ‘Political Pressure’ Blocking Coronavirus Vaccine Deal
An attempt by Taiwan to secure five million doses of coronavirus vaccine failed at the last minute because of "political pressure", Taipei's health minister said Wednesday, raising fears China could ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan says BioNTech vaccine deal on hold, cites potential Chinese pressure
A deal for Taiwan to buy 5 million doses of a COVID-19 vaccine developed by Germany's BioNTech SE is on hold, the island's health minister said on Wednesday, citing potential Chinese pressure for the ... ( read original story ...)
Humour over rumour? The world can learn a lot from Taiwan’s approach to fake news
Matt Hancock should spend less time watching Hollywood films and more time studying the Asian country’s innovative approach to misinformation, writes Arwa Mahdawi ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwan suggests China to blame after deal for 5m Covid vaccine doses is put on hold
Plan to buy the BioNTech shot has been delayed amid intervention by ‘outside forces’, says health minister ... ( read original story ...)
Taiwanese may be set to travel abroad next CNY: Health Minister
Health Minister Chen Shih-chung (陳時中) announced that Taiwanese can expect to travel abroad for the 2022 Lunar New Year holiday on Tuesday. ( read original story ...)
Auckland Lockdown Lifted; Taiwan-China Spat: Virus Update
China obstructed Taiwan’s purchase of vaccines from BioNTech, Taiwan’s health minister said, according to a Central News Agency report. Japan began its vaccination program, starting with a group of ... ( read original story ...)
Asia-Pacific stocks slip as investors watch Treasury yields; Taiwan surges 3%
The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield jumped 9 basis points on Tuesday to top 1.3% — a level not seen since February 2020. The yield on the 10-year Treasury last stood at 1.3006%. SINGAPORE — Stocks in ... ( read original story ...)
UCLA receives $2 million gift to support Taiwan Studies Program
The gift will “strengthen our vibrant community of faculty and students dedicated to studying Taiwan,” said Min Zhou, director of the UCLA Asia Pacific Center. ( read original story ...)
Xi Jinping Wants To Emulate Mao, Thinks U.S. Will Back Down on Taiwan: Ex-Australia PM
Writing in Foreign Affairs, Kevin Rudd stressed the importance of a competitive framework between Washington and Beijing. ( read original story ...)
Tibetan prayer flags spread good fortune to faraway places
One of the must-visit spots for foreigners traveling to Taiwan is temples symbolizing China’s long history and rich culture. Taiwanese temples are mainly dedicated to Taoist, Buddhist or Confucian ... ( read original story ...)
tainan public library by mecanoo and MAYU architects opens in taiwan
MAYU architects has completed a public library in tainan — taiwan ‘s oldest city. the design references the history of the region, which comprises remnants of maritime trade with europe from the 17th ... ( read original story ...)